1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1984 Renault 18 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Giulia | 18 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
